A stylish and powerful executive saloon; specified in a smart all-black (Schwartz) colour scheme. Under the bonnet is a naturally aspirated 3.4-litre inline-six, delivering 208bhp and 225lb-ft of torque to the rear wheels through a four-speed automatic transmission. This example is believed to have had only four owners from new, and it is offered for sale in a largely unmodified condition. Originally an Australian consulate car in Dubai over its first 16 years of life, the car was imported into Australia in 2005 after several years in a dry low rainfall climate kept undercover. The seller states that it is in good condition for its age and is now offered at No Reserve; ideal for a dedicated enthusiast. This BMW rides on a set of 15-inch ‘Style 5’ alloy wheels, and it is finished in black over a black leather-trimmed cabin. The specification also includes air conditioning, electric windows, electric mirrors and front seats, and a trip computer. It has been fitted with a modern Pioneer stereo and CD player with Bluetooth compatibility. Red and black BMW roundels have been fitted in place of the original blue and white items. Accompanying the car is the owner’s stereo manual, various receipts, registration documents, fully stocked toolkit, glovebox-mounted torch, spare brake pads, and two sets of keys. The seller is not aware of any bodywork damage. The car’s body is reportedly in better than average condition with no development of rust in areas common to the 5 Series model, including the base of doors and under the bonnet and boot rubbers (which are rust free). The black plastic front splitter has been fully replaced with upgraded plastic panel due to damage sustained on the passenger side. The paintwork is said to have previously been resprayed and is in good overall condition. There are stone chips on the front end, a circa 5cm blemish on the bonnet, one or two imperfections on rear bumper, and scratches and swirl marks around the car. There is a small split in the driver’s side section of the front splitter, and the driver’s side dipped-beam headlight is chipped. The interior is reported to be in good condition for its age and mileage, with no cracks or warping on the dash, and no rips or tears in the soft black leather seats. There is mild cracking on the front driver’s seat, wear on the seat bolster, marks on the rear seat bolsters and centre armrest, and light scuffs on the seat backs. The carpets are good condition, and there are only modest signs of use on the other main touchpoints. The rear door seals are sound, but the front seals appear to be perishing in places, and the materials on two door cards are separating. The seller reports that he is not aware of any mechanical or electrical faults. A service was last carried out in November 2021 at 122,433 miles, which included replacing the fluids, front shock absorbers, and front and rear brake hoses and pads. During the seller’s one-and-a-half-year ownership, the brake fluid has been flushed, the engine oil was refreshed, front shocks replaced, the gear lever replaced, and the idle has been adjusted. Designed to be longer, wider and more rigid than the E28, the E34 535i was launched as BMW’s top-of-the-range executive saloon, and featured a smooth-shifting gearbox, comfortable cabin, and lively inline-six. Finished in all-black and offered for sale in sound mechanical order, this stylish example is ready to perform as a practical yet rapid daily driver, and it would make a great addition to any marque enthusiast’s stable. The description of this auction lot is, to the best of the seller's knowledge, accurate and not misleading. Collecting Cars requests a range of detail about the lot from the seller, and performs a level of due diligence. However, bidders must satisfy themselves as to the accuracy of the description, and conduct any research they feel is necessary before committing to a bid. Please see our Terms and Conditions for full details. This vehicle’s VIN has been checked against the Australian Personal Property Securities Register, and there is no security interest or other registration kind logged against the serial number. This vehicle has been checked through the Austroads NEVDIS system, and there are no markers under the written-off or stolen databases.